George Peeples

George Peeples (born October 30, 1943) is an American former professional basketball player.

Born (1943-10-30) October 30, 1943 (age 82)

Georgia, U.S.

Listed height6 ft 7 in (2.01 m)

Listed weight190 lb (86 kg)

High schoolEcorse (Ecorse, Michigan)

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George Peeples

Peeples (left) playing for the Iowa Hawkeyes c.1965
Personal information
Born	(1943-10-30) October 30, 1943 (age 82) Georgia, U.S.
Listed height	6 ft 7 in (2.01 m)
Listed weight	190 lb (86 kg)
Career information
High school	Ecorse (Ecorse, Michigan)
College	Iowa (1963–1966)
NBA draft	1966: 4th round, 35th overall pick
Drafted by	Baltimore Bullets
Playing career	1966–1973
Position	Center
Number	43, 51, 15
Career history
1967–1969	Indiana Pacers
1969–1971	Carolina Cougars
1971–1972	Dallas Chaparrals
1972–1973	Indiana Pacers
Stats at Basketball Reference

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A 6'7" forward/center, Peeples played at the University of Iowa during the 1960s. He twice led the Iowa Hawkeyes in rebounds, grabbing 10.4 per game in 1964–65, and 10.8 per game in 1965–66.^[1] After his college playing days were over, Peeples was drafted in 1966 on the 4th round (35th overall pick) by the Baltimore Bullets, but he never played in the NBA.

From 1967 to 1973, Peeples played professionally in the American Basketball Association as a member of the Indiana Pacers, Carolina Cougars, and Dallas Chaparrals. He averaged 8.1 points per game and 7.3 rebounds per game over his ABA career.^[2]